Prime Video announces global streaming premiere of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani!

Prime Video today announced the global streaming premiere of the season’s biggest family blockbuster film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. Presented by Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is a Dharma Production film directed by Karan Johar. The romantic-comedy family drama stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles, along with Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Tota Roy Chowdhury, Churni Ganguly, Aamir Bashir, Kshitee Jog, Anjali Anand, and Namit Das in pivotal roles.

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is a quintessential Karan Johar movie, a larger-than-life celebration of love and family. The film is brought to life by powerhouse performances of each actor, especially the leads, and further enhanced by its enchanting visuals and melodious music. The film was released in theatres to high critical acclaim and audience love, becoming one of the highest grossing movies of the year.

“Dharma Productions has always been a name synonymous with creating movies that are universally appealing, entertaining, and make for perfect family viewing, and a movie directed by Karan Johar is an event not to be missed,” said Manish Menghani, director and head, content licensing, Prime Video, India. “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is a film that has been loved and enjoyed by audiences worldwide. We’re thrilled to be premiering it on Prime Video, and welcoming yet another addition to the long and celebrated list of Dharma Production titles that are on our service. We’re excited that our customers across the world can immerse themselves into this colourful and exuberant world of Rocky and Rani.”

“I am overwhelmed and overjoyed with the stupendous response and love bestowed upon Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. It has been a heartwarming experience, and I couldn’t be prouder of the team’s efforts in bringing this beautiful story to life,” said director Karan Johar. “The film’s magnificent success, both commercially and critically, has reinforced my trust that good storytelling will transcend borders and strike a chord with moviegoers everywhere. Prime Video has been our long-standing collaborator when it comes to telling stories that resonate with viewers worldwide, and I couldn’t have found a better way to take this amazing story to a wider global audience.”

“Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is more than just a labour of love for us. It is a celebration of cinema, made sweeter by the resounding love the film has received,” said Apoorva Mehta, CEO, Dharma Productions. “For us at Dharma Productions, it is imperative that we tell stories that we truly believe in, that our audiences can relate to, and which will find a home in the hearts of our viewers. It is a goal we share with Prime Video, making them our ideal collaborators to take this film to audiences across the world.”

“Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, marking Karan Johar’s 25th year as a director, was always a special film to begin with. With the universal love and warmth it received during its successful theatrical run worldwide, it has acquired a halo of its own.” said Ajit Andhare, COO Viacom18 Studios. “Our long-standing relationship with Prime Video is something we value and we are excited about ‘Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,’ making its digital premiere on the platform”

“Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is a film that has received so much love from audiences across the world”, said actor Ranveer Singh. “I personally watched the film in the theatres with the audience and to see them laughing , crying , clapping and cheering was an extremely fulfilling experience for me . I am so happy that Prime Video is bringing this experience to people’s homes. It’s one of those films that you can watch over and over again because it is such a warm and wholesome family experience. It’s also lighthearted , colourful and musical and has tremendous repeat value. I hope people watch on Prime Video and multiply their joy!”

“I see a lot of me in Rani and it will always be a character I hold close to my heart. It is wonderful to know that our film has been cherished by audiences who have welcomed Rocky, Rani, and their families with open arms,” said actor Alia Bhatt “With our labour of love streaming on Prime Video, I am elated that our Hindi-cinema-loving audiences worldwide will be able to watch it now and again as their go-to desi rom-com of our time.”

Keerti Kadam